Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the **Zen Garden**

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Farm living is the life to be; Land stretching out so far and wide ...

The willow tree was planted the day Grannie Laura was buried ... she was 96.

Mt. Pisgah is where Moses read found the 10 Commandments.

Farm table to sit eight for breakfast, dinner, or supper. Kitchen has basics!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Candler, NC

Bob Lewis Ballpark10 min drive
Asheville Outlets13 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)22 min drive
Biltmore Estate27 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Aunt Veronica's Room (yoga/massage)

1 Double Murphy Bed

GranLloyd & Grannie's Room

1 Queen Bed

Grannie Penley's Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the Zen Garden

At our farm cottage, once home to Penley Produce, you feel like time can stand still. This Great Depression Era farm house has been re-purposed to bring together lush green pastures, wide angle mountain views, and peaceful good living. The Penley family has owned this small farm and surrounding homes for many generations.

We are close to everything Asheville has to offer—Biltmore House, hiking, biking, shopping, tubing, running, the arts....the list is endless. Eclectic and funky West Asheville is just down the road offering a great collection of eateries, galleries and shops. Downtown Asheville is just minutes beyond that with a dazzling array of shops, restaurants, galleries and arts events, all infused with that unique Asheville laid back vibe. Just around the corner is the River Arts District where you can spend a day exploring one of the most active and accessible communities of working artists in the Southeast. If you get tired gallery hopping, you will find many great options for food and drink to rest a spell and rub shoulders with friendly locals who will be happy to tell you about the best local breweries.

GranLloyd’s House has been recently re-designed with eclectic country feel and Zen meditation in mind. Just renovated from top to bottom, GranLloyd’s House includes a huge kitchen with new appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of room for group dining.

The living room opens out to a rocking chair front deck that is perfect for your morning coffee and good book. The back deck is surrounded by a privacy fence with a grill and beautiful view of the pasture and Mt. Pisgah. A more complete description can be found below under Spa Retreat. The Master suite (Patsy/Sandra/Phyllis’ Room) comes with a queen size bed and a shower bathroom. The second Bedroom (Grannie Penley’s Room) a refurbished bathroom with old timey tub/shower, tile floors, and granite vanity. The third bedroom (Veronica’s Room) doubles as Massage Room with a Murphy Bed.

Massage/yoga room (Veronica’s Room) has a professional massage table/towel heater/stone heater to be utilized by 'call-in' licensed therapist. Massage is available with advanced reservations in Yoga Room or outside in the private and peaceful Zen Garden.

Onsite Activities (*requires reservations)
Zen Garden Massage*
Zen Garden Private Yoga Class*
Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Close to Bent Creek for hiking or biking

Property manager

Michael Patton

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

With 9 acres let the kids to go outside and play!

Events

No events allowed

Must discuss with property manager

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do NOT smoke inside the Farm House.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Must discuss with property manager

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Candler

Located in Candler, this cottage is in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Pisgah National Forest and Biltmore Estate. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, or consider The Orange Peel for a night out. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Candler, NC

What's nearby

Bob Lewis Ballpark - 10 min drive
Asheville Outlets - 13 min drive
The Orange Peel - 17 min drive
Biltmore Winery - 26 min drive
Biltmore Estate - 27 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 10 min drive
Galactic Pizza - 10 min drive
Applebee's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the **Zen Garden** pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the **Zen Garden**?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the **Zen Garden**?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Asheville just minutes away then come back to relax in the **Zen Garden** located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Bob Lewis Ballpark, Pisgah National Forest and WNC Farmers Market. Center for Spiritual Living and Asheville Outlets are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

lizz h., North carolina

4 Jan 2024

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

The hot tub didn't work

I rent this place because i saw the good reviews but when i arrived I though is going to be a private house but you can see the others houses and people, and the hot tub was cold water I texted the owner and he just told me when you arrived was hot i can't do nothing about that, I was very disappointed because he didn't help.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

27 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The house was clean. Location good to Asheville. Outside pictures need updated.

House was clean, hot tub was clean. As listed although needs updated outside photos. Location was good for our interests. Kitchen was remodeled but needs attention to utensils and dishes. The swing over looking the field and mountains was nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

tamara N.

2 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we expected and more

Great quiet place, many photo opportunities, beautiful mountains in the distance, clean, and just cute! We had a sister/mom weekend and enjoyed our stay, especially the private backyard and hot tub after hiking! Thank you for a great place to lay our heads.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Barbara N.

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not As Expected

We enjoyed our activities in the Asheville area and this property allowed us to spend less time traveling and more time exploring. We were disappointed that the pictures did not meet up with reality. Pictures are several years old. On the outside (first impression) the trees and shrubs were overgrown and the address was difficult to see. The yard and deck had not been tended to welcome guests. Rotting boards on the deck, no firewood provided for the fire ring, chairs were dirty. Inside, though surfaces were clean, the floor had dust and cobwebs in every corner. The shower curtains had not been cleaned (I cleaned the mildew off before using). Simple things like hooks, hangars, and shelves for our belonging were sparse which means most things were on the floor or stayed in our suitcases. The kitchen is spacious but not well supplied or organized. We did enjoy some time in the hot tub and on the back swing. We were disappointed that the numerous 5-star reviews did not match up with our experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Asheville weekend

Our group of 7 friends met up for an annual long weekend together and had a wonderful stay. House was exactly as advertised, process was easy and smooth, and we made the most of our time together enjoying all that Asheville has to offer from live music, to hiking, to restaurants/ bars and the River arts district. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus at the end of each night for us all!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Patton

Penley Produce is currently owned by Tony & Kathy Brown who is the grandson of Mr. Lloyd Adam Penley. However, the original farm was purchased at the turn of the century by the Penley's and divided amongst the family members. Lloyd & Laura Penley built the farm house in 1923. Over the years, Tony & Kathy have reassembled the almost 15 acres of original land and 8+ homes. Ultimately, the property will be turned to conservation land and be available for large weddings/events for over 250 guests.

Tony Brown, who was lived in the farm house for his first 3 years, is author of two little known books 'A Happy Guide to a Short Life' which is a response to Ms. Anna Quindlen's mulit-million selling 'A Short Guide to a Happy Life.' (2007) Mr. Brown also wrote a children's book entitled, 'Farmer Lloyd & Grannie's Big Farm in the Mountains' (1998).

Micheal Patton, Tony's Brother, is the Property Manager/Primary Contact for Penley Produce Spa Retreat & Gallery. He also grew up on the Penley Farm picking cukes, corn, beans, peppers, and squash. He is the Owner/President of Mountaineer Construction and is available to address any repairs or issues that might arise during your stay.

Phyllis Patton, Tony and Mike's Mom and the daughter of Lloyd & Laura Penley, is a professional real estate agent with Beverly Hanks & Associates. As a child, she grew up on the farm and was catch milking a cow by her future husband (Bud Patton) who had come calling. The rest is history ... as they say.

Why they chose this property

Penley Produce was an active farm from the early 1900's until 2010 when Mr. Lloyd Penley died at 102 years of age. Mr. Penley and his brother ER raised chickens, fruits, and vegetables through the Great Depression and retiring from the Enka Plant in 1973. During the 1960s-70s, the Penley Clan grew to over 50 family members who all lived within FIVE (5) miles of the family farm. The entire family attended Francis Asbury United Methodist Church and attended school in Buncombe County. More recently in 2000s, through the leadership of the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, Fields of Hope at Penley Produce grew and distributed several tons of potato to Mana Food Bank.

Over the years, family and friends have celebrated weddings, holidays, and birthdays at 'GranLloyd & Grannie Laura's'. Most notably, Grannie Laura's 90th birthday was an all day gala with hot air ballons, blue grass band, carnival tent, BBQ, horse rides, square dancing/clogging, bike/motorcycle riding, volleyball games, frisbee toss, 90 red roses and wonderfully decorated picnic tables, and local fruits/vegetables. It is from this context of family, history, and community service that Penley Produce Spa Retreat & Gallery was born.

What makes this property unique

Penley Produce is the perfect for visitors looking for open space, au natural privacy, yet still within 15 minutes of Downtown Asheville. Whether you are a mountain biker wanting immediate access to WNC's finest trails, or a craft beer enthusiast who might enjoy BOTH a frosty mug at a farm-setting sunset and another round at one of Asheville's many micro-breweries/bars/resturants. Some folks will come on the Penley farm and never leave while others will use it as a point of departure for a full weekend of outdoor activities ... which might just include shopping!